Holi Festival Celebrated in Kathmandu with Cultural Rituals and Political Campaigns

In Kathmandu, Nepal, Holi celebrations are underway with locals and hundreds of foreign tourists participating in colorful festivities at Basantapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The festival, marking the arrival of spring and the harvest season, began with the erection of the 'chir' bamboo stick and includes traditional rituals like Holika Dahan bonfires. Amid these events, Nepal's President extended greetings, highlighting Holi's role in promoting social harmony, while political campaigns continue ahead of the March 5 elections.